Captains (15 Vacancies) at Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL)
Working Hours: Full-time
Application Deadline: 30th June 2025
Location: Tanzania
Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL) is inviting applications from experienced and qualified aviation professionals to fill 15 Captain vacancies. These roles are part of ATCL’s strategic fleet expansion and operational strengthening under its 2022/23–2026/27 Corporate Strategic Plan.
About Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL)
ATCL is a government-owned national airline established under the Companies Act (CAP 212) 2002 following the dissolution of the former Air Tanzania Corporation (ATC). Its core business is the transportation of passengers and cargo, and it is 100% owned by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania.
With its ongoing strategic growth plan, ATCL is focused on fleet expansion, network development, and maintaining the highest standards in aviation services.
Job Title: Captains (15 Vacancies)
Minimum Entry Qualifications
- A minimum of 3,500 flying hours
- Valid Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL), Multi Engine and Instrument Rating
- Minimum 1,000 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) on aircraft weighing at least 20 tons
- ICAO English Proficiency Level 4 or above
- Valid Class One Medical Certificate
- Type rating on Dash 8-300 or Dash 8-400 aircraft
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Duties and Responsibilities
- Command the aircraft while prioritizing safety and passenger comfort
- Manage and coordinate flight crew activities and discipline
- Ensure flight commercial targets are met without compromising safety
- Review and understand flight plans, NOTAMs, weather updates, and operational documents
- Perform pre- and post-flight inspections according to company and TCAA standards
- Verify proper aircraft loading and regulatory compliance
- Monitor aircraft systems and communicate with air traffic control
- Adhere to flight time limits and operational procedures
- Ensure all required onboard documentation is valid and present
- Report any delays, incidents, or accidents per company and TCAA procedures
- Accept and oversee handling of diplomatic mail and high-value cargo
- Perform other official duties as assigned
Terms and Conditions of Employment
Employment will be under a specified contract with competitive remuneration and fringe benefits in accordance with the ATCL Salary Structure and Incentive Scheme.
General Conditions for Applicants
All applications must be submitted through the ATCL Recruitment Portal at
👉 https://recruitment.atcl.co.tz
Applicants must upload:
- Signed application letter addressed to:
- Managing Director & CEO
- Air Tanzania Company Limited
- P.O. Box 543, Dar es Salaam
- Updated CV
- Certified copies of all academic and professional certificates, including secondary and birth certificates
- Two reputable referees with full contact information
- Reliable contact details (email and phone)
- Certificates obtained outside Tanzania must be verified by TCU or NECTA
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email. Shortlisted names will also be published on the ATCL website.
Note: Women are highly encouraged to apply. Any false information will lead to legal action.
How to Apply
Closing Date: 30th June 2025
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